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Peter Houston is a co-presenter of the Media Voices podcast and involved in the fantastic projects that team works on. He also writes the brilliant The Magazine Diaries Substack - a weekly newsletter full of publishing ideas worth stealing. He joined host Charlotte Henry to discuss some of the exciting things happening in the magazine industry, everywhere from small startups to major publishers.* Media Voices* 'Cheer the f**k up': Ex-DC Thomson CEO Ellis Watson on 'phenomenally exciting time' for media - Press Gazzette* Magazine Diaries* Peter Houston on Twitter* Charlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

There’s been lots of news about Apple’s media operations in recent weeks. Much of it concerns sports coverage. We’ve had a standoff with the New York Yankees over who would commentate on last Friday’s matchup with the Red Sox at which it was thought/hoped that Aaron Judge would hit his historic 61st and 62nd home runs of the season. YES Network, owned by the Yankees, wanted their commentators to be there if Judge equalled and/or beat the longstanding record held by Roger Maris. Apple owned the rights to the game and was not prepared to give them up as it looks to make its mark in sports media. Then it emerged that Apple Music is going to be the new sponsor of the Super Bowl halftime show, in a multi-year deal. The first show is going to be in February 2023 and feature Rihanna. It’s a huge moment and it will work very nicely indeed if Apple gets the rights to NFL Sunday Ticket too…Elsewhere, Ted Lasso is dominating the world. Or at least FIFA 23 which is out on Friday. Oprah, however, is leaving the Apple TV+ family. We may still get output from her on the platform, but her overall deal has come to an end and a new one has not been struck.Discussing all this with host Charlotte Henry is podcaster Kelly Guimont.* Lights, iPhone 14, Action* Hands-on With The iPhone 14 Pro * Apple TV+ Takes a Swing at Live Sport* MLB won’t move Yankees’ Apple TV+ game over Aaron Judge home run chase - New York Post* Yankees floating Michael Kay in trade push for Apple’s historic Aaron Judge game - New York Post * NFL introduces the Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show - NFL* Rihanna to headline Super Bowl half-time show - BBC News* How Ted Lasso Changed The Game for Apple TV+* I Want My MCU TV* The Slice* Kelly Guimont on Twitter* Charlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Apple announced a range of devices at its ‘Far Out’ event on 7 September, most notably the iPhone 14 range. Nica Montford of the “SnobOS” podcast emptied her bank balance and got an iPhone 14 Pro, an Apple Watch Series 8 and some new AirPods Pro. She joins host Charlotte Henry to discuss just how good those new cameras are and how these new devices can help content creators of all kinds. (Customers have to wait just a little bit longer to check out the second generation AirPods Pro and their new physical controls.)Lights, iPhone 14, Action - with Brian Chaffinhttps://www.snoboscast.comNica Montford on TwitterCharlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Former Editor-in-Chief of The Mac Observer Bryan Chaffin joins host Charlotte Henry to discuss the iPhone 14 event. What does the latest batch of iPhones mean for media creation and consumption? In particular, they discuss how the constant improvements in smartphone cameras means they have almost entirely overtaken entry-level DSLRs. There was certainly a lot packed into Apple’s “Far Out” show. As is always the case at the company’s events at this time of year, the latest iPhone took centre stage. The most notable thing there was the introduction of the iPhone 14 Plus - it has all the same features as the standard iPhone along with a larger 6.7” display. The implications for media consumption are obvious. The increased screen size in the iPhone 14 Plus makes it a much more tempting device on which to read or watch content. The new Touch Controls on the AirPods Pro is a nice feature too.* The Power of Podcasts in 2022 - The Addition podcast with Dave Hamilton* Apple Event — September 7* Apple debuts iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max* Apple introduces iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus* Apple announces the next generation of AirPods Pro* Apple reveals Apple Watch Series 8 and the new Apple Watch SE* Introducing Apple Watch Ultra* https://geektells.com/* Bryan Chaffin on Twitter on Twitter* Charlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Lauren Ingram, the founder of Women of Web3, discusses all things blockchain, crypto and metaverse with host Charlotte Henry. She explains what on Earth Web3 actually is, why female voices matter as it is developed, and what the impact on the media industry could be.Women of Web3Muse's Will Of The People becomes first UK number one album with NFT technology - Sky NewsThe Power of Podcasts in 2022 - The Addition podcast with Dave HamiltonWeb3 is going just greatLauren Ingram on TwitterCharlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Podcast Movement is a major meeting point for people involved in podcasting, on both the creator and business sides. Dave Hamilton works across all aspects of podcasting and has been a regular attendee at the conference for many years. He speaks to host Charlotte Henry about what it was like to be back altogether at the most recent event and what Podcasting 2.0 is. They also discuss the growth potential of Google Podcasts, the success of Overcast and work out just how many years of YouTube are watched in a single day. Indeed, one of the key takeaways from Podcast Movement 2022 is how seriously the Google-owned video platform is starting to take podcasting. While much is changing in the world of podcasting, one thing is for certain - there is a lot to be excited about.* Podcast movement day one roundup* Mac Geek Gab* https://podcastindex.org/* “A Word With Tom Merrit” Podcast - Brian Ibbott* davehamilton.com* Dave Hamilton on Twitter* Charlotte Henry on TwitterThank you to Business Capital Providers for sponsoring the show. Go to bcproviders.com/addition to find out how you can get funded for as much as $250,000 in as little as 72 hours. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Recently I was asked to be part of the ‘Experiment Week’ that the DTNS crew were running. I enjoyed the conversation I had with Chis Stokel-Walker so much I wanted to bring it to you here at The Addition too. In this special episode of The Addition podcast, originally made for DTNS ‘Experiment Week’ journalist and author Chris Stokel-Walker joins host Charlotte Henry to discuss the TikTok and YouTube - subjects he has literally written the books on. They look at the power these platforms now hold and what might be next for them, including growing scrutiny of TikTok’s connections to the Chinese government.* Original DTNS ‘Experiment Week’ Show* Chris Stokel-Walker’s website* Chris Stokel-Walker on Twitter* Charlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Around the world, people are feeling the financial pinch, and things might be about to get tougher. While much of the discussion is rightly focused on the impact of a recession on personal and household finances, the media industry is also having to work out how to navigate these choppy waters. Again.Brian Morrisey of The Rebooting has seen many downturns and pivots during his journalism career. He joins host Charlotte Henry to help put in context what is going on now. They also look at how media businesses of all sizes can not just survive but thrive. In a difficult climate, there are opportunities to be creative, essential or both. That’s what creators and publishers need to focus on. Furthermore, the bundle is more likely to appeal to consumers once again as we all consider what services we really need and how much we are willing to pay for them.* The Rebooting* Brian Morrisey on Twitter* Charlotte Henry on TwitterThank you to Business Capital Providers for sponsoring the show. Go to bcproviders.com/addition to find out how you can get funded for as much as $250,000 in as little as 72 hours. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Mark Stenberg, senior media reporter at AdWeek, joins host Charlotte Henry to discuss some breaking news - the sale of Axios for $525 million. Founded by some of those behind Politico, the rise of Axios is a modern media success story and, perhaps, a further endorsement of the newsletter-driven publication (woohoo!).Also in this episode, what does the delay to the end of third-party cookies mean for publishers? After yet another change to Google’s timetable, many have just decided to continue with their plans for a cookieless future, focussing on first-party data and technology builds. One such example, reported on by Mark, is Reach, the publisher behind the Mirror and local titles such as the Manchester Evening News. It has partnered with data platform company LiveRamp to better monetize its logged-in users.* Axios agrees to sell to Cox Enterprises for $525 million - Axios* Google Pushes Third-Party Cookie Demise to 2024 - AdWeek* UK Publisher Reach Plc. Partners With LiveRamp to Adopt Its ATS Technology - Adweek* Medialyte - Mark Stenberg’s newsletter * Mark Stenberg on Twitter* Charlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Facebook is getting out of news. Again. And this time they are not just on a break.The relationship between Facebook and the news has always been a rather fraught one. In this episode of the podcast, long-time journalist, blogger, lecturer and consultant Adam Tinworth discusses with host Charlotte Henry how it took publishers a while to realise they were the junior partner and how they became too reliant on “the big blue site”. This is not the first time Facebook has stepped away from news - it has always been wary of the implications of being considered a publisher. (Although that didn’t stop many publications from pivoting to try and meet what they thought its algorithms wanted. ) However, given Mark Zuckerberg and his rebranded company Meta are now seemingly focused on Web3 and the metaverse, this breakup looks to be permanent.* Facebook’s long, slow breakup with journalism is underway - One Man And His Blog* Charlotte Henry on Twitter* Adam Tinworth on TwitterThank you to Business Capital Providers for sponsoring the show. Go to bcproviders.com/addition to find out how you can get funded for as much as $250,000 in as little as 72 hours. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Netflix has lost subscribers for two quarters in a row. Its Q2 results revealed a loss of one million subscribers (it had expected to lose two million). This has clearly shaken the streaming giant and it is looking to make changes. These include the introduction of a cheaper ad-supported tier - something it has long rejected but is now expected to implement next year. There has been a backlash by some against the move.There is nothing wrong with adverts. Far from it. Indeed, along with wonderful paid subscribers, they make this podcast and newsletter possible. Both are greatly appreciated. However, even if it didn’t say so explicitly, Netflix always indicated to users that subscriptions meant you didn’t need to watch adverts and that this provided a better experience. As more services have entered the market, many at more competitive price points, the company has found its position under threat.Has Netflix, and streaming in general, finally hit its peak, or is this just a reasonable recalibration from a company that has led in its field for years? Tom Merritt joins host Charlotte Henry to discuss what the results might mean as well as Tom’s new show “A Word with Tom Merritt” and the value of in-depth conversations.* Netflix Releases Second-Quarter 2022 Financial Results* https://www.tommerritt.com/* Daily Tech News Show* “A Word with Tom Merritt”* Tom Merrit on Twitter* Charlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Rolling Stone is one of the iconic media brands, covering the crossover of music, culture and politics in a unique way. Just over a year ago, it was announced that there was going to be a UK sister to the US-based publication. The small team behind it was, at the time of recording, preparing its sixth print edition, whilst also producing a regular stream of online stories.One of those in the team that launched the UK magazine is News Editor Nick Reilly. He joins host Charlotte Henry to discuss that launch, creating a UK voice for Rolling Stone, and collaborating with colleagues across the Atlantic. The details of how they decide what works for a UK audience whilst making sure to leverage the power that comes with the Rolling Stone brand are particularly interesting. The work done during Glastonbury, including interviews with artists performing at the festival, is a good example of this.* Rolling Stone UK* Nick Reilly on Twitter* Nick Reilly on Instagram* Charlotte Henry on TwitterThank you to Business Capital Providers for sponsoring the show. Go to bcproviders.com/addition to find out how you can get funded for as much as $250,000 in as little as 72 hours. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Chuck Joiner of MacVoices and host Charlotte Henry continue to reflect on NAB show, with a particular focus on fan-made content and how production companies are looking to build communities around different shows.This is the second part of a two-part conversation with Chuck. The first part, released last week, is still available. Please do share it with those you think might be interested.* NAB Show* Recode Media with Bill Simmon* The Addition Podcast with Esther Kezia Thorpe* MacVoices* MacVoices on YouTube* Chuck Joiner on Twitter* Charlotte Henry on TwitterThank you to Business Capital Providers for sponsoring the show. Go to bcproviders.com/addition to find out how you can get funded for as much as $250,000 in as little as 72 hours. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Like all live events, Covid meant that NAB Show has not been possible in person for a couple of years. However, the annual gathering hosted by US organisation the National Association of Broadcasters was back in Las Vegas in April 2022. Chuck Joiner of MacVoices was there, talking to vendors and other attendees. In this discussion with host Charlotte Henry, he details what he saw on the show floor and what this indicates for the broadcasting industry, including how they are responding to the needs of content creators.This is the first part of a two-part conversation. The second part will be released as next week’s episode. Please subscribe so you don’t miss it and share this with those you think might be interested.* NAB Show* MacVoices* MacVoices on YouTube* Chuck Joiner on Twitter* Charlotte Henry on Twitter[Photo via NAB Show] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Talk TV is still there, with expensive sets and well-paid talent. The problem is, nobody is watching. Despite having the vast resources of News UK at its disposal, the channel has not been able to maintain an audience after a decent opening night. A mix of British viewing culture and some practical problems have left the station, at least on linear TV, in the doldrums. Is this also part of a wider disengagement with news content?Jasper Jackson joins host Charlotte Henry to discuss what has gone wrong, whether this was inevitable, and if anything can be done to redeem the situation. * Talk of The Town: New Channel Beats News Rivals* Talk TV's Troubles* People Are Turning Off The News* Jasper Jackson on Twitter* Charlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

There was an awful lot to unpack from WWDC 2022. One thing missing was any reference to Apple TV+, the TV box and app, or tvOS. We did get some further insight into Apple’s interest in sport, though. (This episode was recorded just before Apple announced its decade-long MLS deal - thanks guys!)Hot off the plane from California, the Irish Independent’s Tech Editor Adrian Weckler explains what it was like to be back at Apple Park, the value of in-person events, his takeaways from the announcements, and why it looks like Craig Federighi is being groomed to be the next Apple CEO. Adrian questions Charlotte’s theory that Apple is interested in taking on The Athletic directly. Furthermore, there is a discussion about Apple’s new deal with Nike to produce sports-related content. Is two of the world’s most powerful brands teaming up actually a good thing for consumers?* Apple Making More Moves Into Live Sports * Charlotte discusses WWDC on ‘Magic Rays of Light’* Apple Original Films & Nike Team For Multi Year First Look On Sports Films; Brad Weston’s Makeready & Nike’s Waffle Iron To Produce - Deadline* Adrian Weckler on Twitter* Adrian Weckler at the Irish Independent* Charlotte Henry on TwitterYou can also listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

The team behind the ‘Media Voices’ podcast came up with the idea of The Publisher Podcast Awards to celebrate excellence in the world of podcasting back in 2019. The first ceremony was held on 4th March 2020…Podcasts became a huge part of peoples’ lives during the pandemic and the awards continued (online) in order to celebrate the work publishers were doing. Happily, people could be together again this year and the awards offered a hybrid ceremony. Those recognised in 2022 included both some of the world’s biggest publishers and independent creators. Going through the shortlist is a great way to find the next podcast you need to download and become obsessed with (after The Addition podcast…of course!).Esther Kezia Thorpe of ‘Media Voices’ joined host Charlotte Henry to discuss the changes the podcasting industry has undergone in recent years, including its professionalisation, and why we still have not reached “the golden age of podcasting” yet. There remains plenty of new listeners to reach and, with publishers putting more and more resources into podcasts, there is a lot for both listeners and producers to look forward to. Esther also explains how the team behind the awards are offering classes and courses to those who want to improve their own shows.* Journalists! Get Off Twitter! (With Chris Sutcliffe)* Media Voices* The Publisher Podcast Awards 2022 Shortlist* Esther Kezia Thorpe on Twitter* Charlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Jeff Gamet joins host Charlotte Henry to look ahead to WWDC 2022. What will Apple reveal at its developer conference? What will it mean for its role in the digital media ecosystem?* Jeff Gamet on Twitter* Jeff Gamet on YouTube* ‘The Context Machine’ podcast* Charlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Vogue capitalised on The Met Gala to drive traffic, subscriptions and sign-ups across multiple platforms. Adweek’s Mark Stenberg joins host Charlotte Henry to discuss the strategy and how it might play out across Condé Nast.* How Vogue’s Met Gala Coverage Generated 100,000 Newsletter Sign-Ups - Adweek* Medialyte* Mark Stenberg on Twitter* Charlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Shannon Morse, a top YouTube content creator, joins host Charlotte Henry to discuss how she started out and how to stay (somewhat) sane as you build your own brand. Also, how do you actually make money as a content creator?* Shannon Morse on YouTube* Threat Wire from Hak5* Shannon Morse on Twitter* Charlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Kelly Guimont joins host Charlotte Henry to discuss the end of the iPod and to recall their experiences with the iconic device. They also debate Apple’s audio app offering. Does it need a single space for music, podcasts, and audiobooks? * The music lives on - Apple press release* RIP iPod - The Addition* I Want My MCU TV* The Slice * Kelly Guimont on Twitter * Charlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

The fallout from Elon Musk’s offer to acquire Twitter continues. Adrian Weckler of the Irish Independent tells Charlotte Henry how EU HQ staff are reacting. They also dig into Spotify’s latest set of results. Turns out people didn’t leave because of Joe Rogan.* Elon Musk Gets Twitter* Spotify Technology S.A. Announces Financial Results for First Quarter 2022* Stop Pretending You're Going to Quit Twitter Because Elon Musk is Buying it* Adrian Weckler on Twitter* Adrian Weckler at the Irish Independent* Charlotte Henry on TwitterYou can also listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Elon Musk’s offer to buy Twitter has been accepted by the company’s board, but there are lots of questions about the future of the social media giant that need answering. Jeff Gamet joins host Charlotte Henry to try and unpack it all.* Elon Musk to Acquire Twitter* Elon Musk SNL Monologue* Jeff Gamet on Twitter* Jeff Gamet on YouTube* ‘The Context Machine’ podcast* Charlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Tom Merritt joins Charlotte Henry to discuss the current state of the streaming market, as reports indicate that users are giving up on some services. Also, what next for CNN+?* UK Streaming Subscriptions Shrink As Households Look To Cut Costs – Deadline* Scoop: CNN+ looks doomed - Axios* CNN+ Reveals News Streaming Struggles* 'CODA' Earns Apple TV+ Victory at Oscars* Daily Tech News Show* Cordkillers* Tom Merrit on Twitter* Charlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

The New York Times has issued guidance, encouraging its journalists to spend less time on Twitter. Chris Suttcliffe of Media Voices joins Charlotte Henry to discuss how journalists can and should operate across social media.* Media Voices* The New York Times would really like its reporters to stop scrolling and get off Twitter (at least once in a while) - Nieman Lab* When it comes to how journalists use it, there’s no such thing as ‘Twitter’ - CJR* Chris Sutcliffe on Twitter* Charlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Legalising sports betting in the US has caused something of a gold rush amongst sports media outlets. Brian Morrisey of The Rebooting joins Charlotte Henry to discuss it all, as well as founding his own media company and his involvement with Puck.* The Rebooting* Puck* Brian Morrisey on Twitter* Charlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

It rather got overshadowed by…other events, but ‘CODA’ won Best Pictures at the 2022 Oscars. Sigmund Judge joins Charlotte Henry to discuss this groundbreaking moment.* screentimes.net* Sigmund Judge on Twitter* Charlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

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